2020-21 Public Market Policies & Procedures - Eastern Market
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2020-21 Public Market Policies & Procedures
MARKET DAYS
• Wholesale Grower Market: Midnight to 7:00 AM, weeknights Apr-Nov
• Saturday Market: 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM, year-round
• Sunday Street Market: 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Jun 7–Sep 27
o Holiday Sundays: Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, 20
• Tuesday Market: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Jun 2–Sep 29
o Holiday Tuesdays: Nov 24, Dec 22
• Thursday Night Market: TBD
MARKET OFFICE: Mon-Sat: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Telephone: (313) 833-9300
MARKET MANAGER: marketmanager@easternmarket.org
WELCOME CENTER (EBT)
• Tuesdays: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Jun-Sep
• Saturdays: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, year-round
• Sundays 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Jun-Sep
Eastern Market is managed by the 501(c)(3) non-profit Eastern Market Partnership (EMP).
VISIONCreating the most inclusive, resilient, and robust regional food hub in the United States.
MISSION
We leverage Eastern Market’s dynamic history, manage operations, develop programs, build
facilities, and provide critical infrastructure to:
• Strengthen the Eastern Market District
• Improve access to healthy, green, affordable, and fair food choices in Detroit and
throughout Southeast Michigan
• Fortify the food sector as a pillar of regional economic growth
NON-DISCRIMINATION
Eastern Market Partnership (EMP) and its vendors shall not discriminate against any worker,
employee or applicant or any member of the public with respect to race, color, religion, national
origin, gender or sexual orientation, age, veteran status, marital status, handicap or any other
status or condition protected by Federal or state law, except where a bona fide occupational
qualification exists. Violation of anti-discrimination laws or behavior deemed to violate
such laws may result in eviction from the market with no refund of fees or rents paid.
PROHIBITION ON OFFENSIVE LANGUAGE AND SIGNAGE BY MARKET VENDORS
As a matter of good customer service for all visitors, the Market prohibits the display of any
hate symbol (e.g., confederate flags, swastikas, etc.) by staff or vendors while on market
property.
Vendors are expected to cover or remove any hate symbol from their person or vehicle while on
market property.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1Table of Contents 1. HOW TO BECOME A VENDOR AT EASTERN MARKET .......................................................... 3 2. VENDOR CATEGORIES/DEFINITIONS .................................................................................. 3 3. APPLICATION & STALL RENTAL AGREEMENT ..................................................................... 4 4. PRODUCT MIX/PRODUCTS APPROVED FOR SALE ............................................................... 5 5. ATTENDANCE POLICY: ALL MARKET DAYS .......................................................................... 5 6. STALL LEASE RATES: ALL MARKET DAYS ............................................................................ 7 7. SATURDAY/WHOLESALE SEASONAL LEASE PAYMENT POLICY .......................................... 8 8. SUNDAY SEASONAL LEASE PAYMENT POLICY..................................................................... 8 9. TUESDAY SEASONAL LEASE PAYMENT POLICY ................................................................... 9 10. DAY STALL RESERVATION PROCEDURE: ALL MARKET DAYS ............................................. 9 11. STALL PAYMENT POLICY: ALL MARKET DAYS ................................................................... 10 12. LEASEHOLDERS: WHAT DAYS CAN YOU COME TO MARKET? .......................................... 10 13. LICENSING & REGULATIONS .............................................................................................. 11 14. INSURANCE ......................................................................................................................... 12 15. ALTERNATIVE CURRENCIES ............................................................................................... 12 16. QUALITY STANDARDS......................................................................................................... 14 17. PACKAGING AND PRESENTATION ...................................................................................... 14 18. WORDS USED ON SIGNS AND LABELS .............................................................................. 16 19. CLEANLINESS & TRASH HANDLING ................................................................................... 16 20. STALL USE GUIDELINES ..................................................................................................... 18 21. VEHICLES & PARKING ......................................................................................................... 19 22. FINES & PENALTIES ............................................................................................................ 20 23. VENDOR GRIEVANCE POLICY ............................................................................................. 21 HOW TO HAVE A GREAT MARKET DAY ..................................................................................... 21 Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 2
1. HOW TO BECOME A VENDOR AT EASTERN MARKET
1.1. READ THIS DOCUMENT: It will tell you everything you need to know about selling at
Eastern Market and help you determine if we are the right fit for you. Please take special
note of the multiple market days: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday Night, and
Wholesale.
1.2. COMPLETE & SUBMIT VENDOR APPLICATION: Your application must include
supplemental materials such as photographs, copies of licenses and promotional
materials, or samples (when appropriate).
1.3. DECISION PROCESS: All new vendor applications will be approved or denied within
one month.
VENDOR CATEGORIES/DEFINITIONS
1.4. A vendor is an individual or business that leases space in the Market. EMP currently
leases to vendors in the following categories:
1.4.1. FARMER: A vendor that grows 100% of his/her own products, AND who owns,
leases or operates a farm, dairy, orchard, greenhouse, nursery, poultry farm or
raises livestock. This includes those who produce products made completely or
predominantly of ingredients and materials grown on or gathered from their farm,
dairy, orchard, garden, greenhouse, nursery, apiary or forest.
1.4.2. FARMER/DEALER: A vendor that grows less than 100% but more than 50% of
his/her own products, AND who owns, leases or operates a farm, dairy, orchard,
greenhouse, nursery, poultry farm or raises livestock. This includes those who
produce products made completely or predominantly of ingredients and materials
grown on or gathered from their farm, dairy, orchard, garden, greenhouse,
nursery, apiary or forest.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 31.4.3. DEALER: Any vendor who grows less than 50% of his/her own products,
regardless of whether he/she is Michigan based.
1.4.4. SPECIALTY: A vendor that processes food items for resale. Specialty food
products must be produced in a commercially licensed kitchen. Generally, the items
must be manufactured or finished with ingredients grown in Michigan. The
specialty category includes items like: processed produce, baked goods, dairy,
eggs, jams, jellies, honey, syrup, sauces, coffee, meat, seafood or poultry. Please
note we do not accept applications for hot dog carts, cotton candy, Bavarian
roasted nuts, syndicated or franchised products.
1.4.5. FOOD TRUCK/CART: Any vendor that sells items prepared for immediate
consumption on or off the premises via a food truck or food cart licensed by the
appropriate authority (e.g., Michigan Department of Agriculture, Detroit health
department). This can include ready to eat meals, hot foods, sandwiches, salads,
cut fruit, ice cream, coffee, smoothies. Prepared food vendors without a cart or
truck will not be considered.
1.4.6. MATERIAL GOODS: Products that are not plant, flower or food. Including, but
not limited to handmade/produced goods, antiques, collectibles, clothing, jewelry,
accessories, art/decorations, hobbies and tools or other items made,
enhanced/augmented or offered for resale.
1.5. EMP RESERVES THE RIGHT TO LIMIT THE NUMBER OF VENDORS AND/OR SPACES
LEASED IN ALL CATEGORIES.
2. APPLICATION & STALL RENTAL AGREEMENT
2.1. APPLICATION: All potential new vendors must fill out an application via Farmspread to
begin the review process. Existing vendors must re-apply through Farmspread.
2.2. STALL RENTAL AGREEMENT: All vendors accepted to the market must have a signed
stall rental agreement on file.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 42.3. RIGHT OF REFUSAL: Eastern Market Partnership reserves the right to reject any
applicant that does not meet Market requirements.
2.4. VIDEO/FILMING RELEASE: Filming/recording for promotional, commercial or other
purposes may occur at Eastern Market during any market session. All vendors at market
consent either by signing the stall rental agreement, paying their stall rent or otherwise
occupying space at Eastern Market to be filmed/recorded, and provide release of all
rights related to such filming or other recording to EMP and any entity authorized by
EMP to film or record on or in any premises under the management of EMP.
3. PRODUCT MIX/PRODUCTS APPROVED FOR SALE
3.1. Creating a robust shopping environment with an interesting and diverse produce mix is
central to EMP’s mission. Admission to the market is based on specific products
approved by Market Management. A change in the types of products sold requires the
vendor to complete a Product Addition Form for review by market management. A
farmer adding carrots, for example, does not need to submit a Product Addition Form.
However, a farmer adding value-added products, or a specialty vendor adding a new
item, is required to submit a Product Addition Form, available by contacting
marketmanager@easternmarket.org. Product addition requests will be reviewed by
Market Management.
4. ATTENDANCE POLICY: ALL MARKET DAYS
4.1. Annual lease holders are expected to attend all of the market sessions during their
specific product season(s) and are further expected to be at the Market during all
published market hours. Early breakdown is by pre-arrangement with the Market
Manager only.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 54.2. ABSENCE FROM MARKET: If you are going to be absent during specific market
weeks, vendors are required to inform market management in a timely manner, as
requested via weekly communications.
4.3. LATE ARRIVAL: Market management may fill any stalls that are empty if the stall
occupant has not notified market management that they will be late.
4.3.1. Late Arrivals will be tracked over the course of the year and may be used to make
decisions about stall assignments, inclusion in the winter market, or participation in
special events and programs.
4.3.2. IF YOU ARE RUNNING LATE, PLEASE CONTACT THE MARKET MANAGER TO HOLD
YOUR STALL: marketmanager@easternmarket.org
4.3.3. CUT OFF TIMES:
4.3.3.1. Tuesday, 8:30 AM
4.3.3.2. Saturday, 7:00 AM
4.3.3.3. Sunday, 9:00 AM
4.3.3.4. Thursday Night, 3:00 PM
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 65. STALL LEASE RATES: ALL MARKET DAYS
6.1 Seasonal Leases
Market Vendor Type Rate Dates
Wholesale
Wholesale $1,250 Apr 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021
Saturday
Farmer $1,775 Apr 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021
Farmer/Dealer $2,075 Apr 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021
Dealer $2,300 Apr 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021
Specialty $3,600 Apr 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021
Sunday
Jun 7 - Sep 27 & Holiday Markets (Nov 29, Dec 6, 13,
20) 2020 (Lease includes 2 free SUNDAY holiday
All Vendors $525 markets only)
Tuesday
Jun 2 - Sep 29 & Holiday Markets (Nov 24, Dec 22)
2020 (Lease includes two free TUESDAY holiday
All Vendors $480 markets)
6.2 Day Stalls
Market Vendor Type Rate Dates
Saturday
Farmer or
Farmer/Dealer $75 Jan - Apr & Jul - Dec
Farmer or
(peak season) Farmer/Dealer $85 May - Jun
Dealer or Specialty $85 Jan - Apr & Jul - Dec
(peak season) Dealer or Specialty $115 May - Jun
Food Truck $125 Jan - Apr & Jul - Dec
(peak season) Food Truck $145 May - Jun
Food Cart $95 Jan - Apr & Jul - Dec
(peak season) Food Cart $110 May - Jun
Material Goods $50 Jan - Apr & Jul - Dec
(peak season) Material Goods $60 May - Jun
Sunday
Jun 7 - Sep 27 & Holiday Markets @ $50 (Nov 29, Dec
All Vendors $35 6, 13, 20) 2020
Jun 7 - Sep 27 & Holiday Markets @ $65 (Nov 29, Dec
Food Truck $50 6, 13, 20) 2020
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 7Tuesday
Jun 2 - Sep 29 & Holiday Markets (Nov 24, Dec 22)
All Vendors $30 2020
Jun 2 - Sep 29 & Holiday Markets (Nov 24, Dec 22)
Food Truck $45 2020
Thursday Night
All Vendors TBD TBD
Food Truck TBD TBD
6. SATURDAY/WHOLESALE SEASONAL LEASE PAYMENT POLICY
6.1. TERM: The annual lease for all Saturday/Wholesale market tenants begins on April 1
and ends on March 31 unless terminated sooner. No new leases will be awarded to
vendors who have outstanding balances from the prior year. Anyone with prior year
arrearages will be converted to day stall status with a payment plan to bring the account
current.
6.2. SEASONAL LEASES: For the full year only, no partial or pro-rated years. Vendor
agrees to pay in accordance with the payment guidelines below.
6.3. PAYMENT GUIDELINES:
6.3.1. Pay in full by April 1, 2020 for a 3% discount.
6.3.2. If making payments, the first payment of 50% is due on April 1, 2020, and the
remaining 50% is due on July 31, 2020. Late fees will be assessed for late
payments.
7. SUNDAY SEASONAL LEASE PAYMENT POLICY
7.1. TERM: The season lease for Sunday market tenants begins on June7, 2020 and ends on
September 27, 2020. Holiday Markets on 11/29, 12/6, 12/13, and 12/20 will be billed
separately.
7.2. SEASONAL LEASES: Seasonal stalls are leased for the full season only. Payment in
full is due before the season starts, or according to a special payment plan to be
attached to the vendor’s lease agreement.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 87.3. PAYMENT GUIDELINES: The fee for a single stall (typically 7.5’x20’) is $525.00 for
the 17-week season with two Holiday Markets free.
7.3.1. Pay in full by end of day on June 1, 2020.
8. TUESDAY SEASONAL LEASE PAYMENT POLICY
8.1. TERM: The annual lease for Tuesday market tenants begins on June 2, 2020 and ends
on September 29, 2020 and includes the Thanksgiving Market (November 24) and
Holiday Market (December 22). Annual stalls are leased for the full season only.
Preference will be given to vendors willing to commit to seasonal stall leases.
8.2. The Thanksgiving Market and Holiday Market are limited in size. As such, we are
reserving space for the Tuesday leaseholders. All other interested vendors will be
placed on a waiting list and notified by November 10, 2020 of their status.
8.3. PAYMENT GUIDELINES: The fee for a single stall (typically 7.5’ x 20’) is $480.00 for
the 18-week season with two Holiday Markets included for free.
8.3.1. Pay in full by end of day on June 1, 2020.
9. DAY STALL RESERVATION PROCEDURE: ALL MARKET DAYS
9.1. Market management must approve all day stall rentals in advance. All day stall vendors
must have a current application and all other required paperwork on file in order to rent
a day stall. Vendors may not occupy or spread into empty stalls without permission, as
those stalls may already be reserved by another tenant.
9.2. HOW TO RESERVE A STALL:
9.2.1. Respond to the weekly email about attendance. Contact the Market Manager in
advance for the market day desired: marketmanager@easternmarket.org
9.2.2. Notification of stall availability and location will be communicated via email or text
message.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 910. STALL PAYMENT POLICY: ALL MARKET DAYS
10.1.Day stall rental fees are due at the start of the Market day. Be prepared to
pay immediately upon setting up your stall.
10.2.Day stall vendors must be current with payments:
10.2.1. 30 days late – written notice, notice of 5% late fee charged
10.2.2. 45 days late – written payment plan in place
10.2.3. 60 days late – notice to suspend market vending privileges
10.3.Payment of stall and day stall rental fees may be made by cash, check, money order,
credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express).
10.4.Stall rental fees are payable to “Eastern Market Corporation”.
10.5.NSF checks will be charged $50 per check plus any bank fees. Returned check fees
must be paid in full prior to renting future space.
10.6.Late payment of day stall fees must be paid before the next market day, unless other
specific arrangements are made.
11. LEASEHOLDERS: WHAT DAYS CAN YOU COME TO MARKET?
11.1.Eastern Market is a closed campus. All vendors must have either an annual lease or day
stall agreement in order to occupy space at the market. No vendor may occupy space
during any day or time outside the market days approved.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1011.2.WHOLESALE MARKET: Vendors with a wholesale lease may occupy space Sunday
night through Thursday night from Midnight until 7:00 AM.
11.3.SATURDAY MARKET: Vendors with a Saturday market lease may occupy space
Saturday from 6:00 AM until 4:00 PM and are allowed reasonable time for setup and
breakdown. Breakdown by 5PM is appreciated and expected.
11.4.SUNDAY STREET MARKET: Vendors with a Sunday market lease may occupy space
on Sunday from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM and are allowed reasonable time for setup and
breakdown. Breakdown by 5PM is appreciated and expected.
11.5.TUESDAY MARKET: Vendors with a Tuesday market lease may occupy space on
Tuesday from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Tuesday vendors may begin setup at 7:00 AM
and must complete breakdown by 4:30 PM.
11.6.THURSDAY NIGHT MARKET: Vendors with a Thursday Night market day stall
agreement may occupy stalls from 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM and are allowed reasonable
time for setup and breakdown. Breakdown by 11PM is appreciated and expected.
12. LICENSING & REGULATIONS
12.1.GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS: All applicants must comply with current City, County,
State and Federal laws governing their business activities. It is the vendor’s
responsibility to know with laws are applicable to his or her products.
12.1.1. LICENSING: Each Vendor MUST furnish to the Market Manager current
copies of any licenses, permits, inspections and certificates required for the sale of
their products before their first sales day.
12.1.2. ASSURING FOOD SAFETY: Eastern Market encourages sampling
during public market hours. All vendors are required to practice Minimum Safe
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 11Standards for food sampling and safe food handling while at the Market, in
accordance with MDARD and Health Department standards.
13. INSURANCE
13.1. Vendors are strongly encouraged to carry personal insurance for general and product
liability. EMC carries its own general liability policy. THIS POLICY SPECIFICALLY
EXCLUDES LIABILITY OR ANY OTHER INSURANCE PROTECTION TO ANY VENDOR AT
EASTERN MARKET. Vendors shall maintain vehicle insurance as required by state law.
13.1.1. Temporary one-day or monthly general liability insurance is available from
some agents. If you are only selling on select days, please call your preferred
agent to discuss this option.
14. ALTERNATIVE CURRENCIES
14.1. Eastern Market is proud to accept several forms of “alternative currencies.” These
programs are important to both the customers who benefit from additional access to
fresh food and to the vendors that sell at our market. Rules and regulations vary from
program to program. Participation is mandatory for all vendors who are
eligible.
14.2. Redeem alternative currencies at the Welcome Center each week. Please do not wait
until year end to redeem everything at once.
14.3. Vendors are not allowed to spend these (or any) alternative currencies with other
vendors in the market. Turn in for redemption only.
14.4. BRIDGE CARD/SNAP: Eastern Market is able to accept Bridge Card and other SNAP
benefits through a token distribution system. Bridge Card tokens are available year-
round at the Welcome Center and in Shed 5. They are good year-round and never
expire.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1214.4.1. Instructions and applications to accept Bridge Card tokens are available in
the Welcome Center.
14.4.2. All eligible vendors will receive and MUST display a sign to notify
customers that Bridge Card tokens are accepted.
14.5. DOUBLE UP FOOD BUCKS: A program that doubles the amount of money that
Bridge Card/SNAP users can spend to purchase Michigan-grown fruits and vegetables.
14.5.1. Double Up Food Bucks runs from June 1st through December 31st and
goes along with Eastern Market’s regular Bridge Card program. Customers who
come to purchase any amount of Bridge Card tokens can double their benefits up
to $20 per market visit, to be used for Michigan-grown fruits and
vegetables only.
14.6. PROJECT FRESH: A program run through the Michigan Department of Human
Services that makes fresh produce available to low-income, nutritionally-at-risk
consumers, through Michigan farmers markets.
14.6.1. Clients receive a booklet of coupons to be used from June 1st through
October 31st for Michigan grown fresh fruits and vegetables ONLY.
14.7. SENIOR MARKET FRESH: A program is run through the Michigan Office of Services
to the Aging which provides low-income seniors with coupons that can be exchanged
for eligible foods at farmers markets.
14.7.1. Clients receive a booklet of coupons to be used from June 1st through
October 31st to buy Michigan grown fruits, vegetables, and honey only.
14.8. Other programs may be announced from time to time.
14.9. WARNING: Do not accept alternative currencies if you have not been approved to do
so, or do not know what they are. Eastern Market reserves the right to immediately
fine up to $1,000, suspend and/or terminate vendors if we observe, or receives
evidence of, failure to abide by any of the program rules or intentions.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1315. QUALITY STANDARDS
15.1. KEEP IT FRESH: Vendors should adhere to the highest standards of quality.
Agricultural products must be free of visible mold, rot or decay, plant disease, and
insects.
15.1.1. Vendors will remove from the Market any food or other merchandise,
which, in the sole judgment of EMC, does not meet the established standards, as
directed by EMC. Moldy, rotten, diseased or out of date items will be immediately
confiscated for recycling and vendor may be responsible for any disposal fees.
15.1.2. All products offered for sale are subject to inspection by the EMP, the
Michigan Department of Agriculture & Rural Development, and the USDA.
15.2. FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES: No unwholesome, inedible, or unusable
produce shall be offered for sale at the Market.
15.3. FLOWERS AND PLANT MATERIAL: All plant material, bedding plants, hanging
baskets and nursery stock must be of generally good quality, free from pests, bugs
and disease, and generally free from burnt or dead foliage.
15.4. MEATS/FISH: Fresh and frozen meats, including beef, pork, poultry, lamb, goat and
fish must be sold in compliance with all state and federal regulations.
15.5. PROCESSED AND SPECIALTY ITEMS: All packaged or processed items sold at
Eastern Market must be fresh. Packaged items such as salad mixes must have a
minimum of one (1) day remaining on the use/sell by date.
16. PACKAGING AND PRESENTATION
16.1. GENERAL GUIDELINES: Vendors must display marketing signs listing vendor name,
hometown and theme of the products sold, i.e., “The Egg Man, Metamora, MI. Since
1945”.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1416.1.1. Vendors agree to make their stalls and products as attractive and as
pleasing to the eye as possible. We strongly encourage the posting of prices for
customer convenience and fairness.
16.1.2. Vendors who sell produce must include on signage where each product
originates. The country or state of origin must be visible for each product.
16.1.3. Vendors who sell products by weight must maintain accurate scales as
defined and inspected by the State of Michigan and allow EMP to inspect for
accuracy.
16.1.4. Containers and displays must be of a consistent quality throughout.
Concealing poor product underneath is prohibited.
16.2. SALES BY PIECE: Let customers choose their own pieces if you sell by count.
16.3. PACKAGED ITEMS: Pre-packaged and prepared items must comply with current
labeling laws and must be labeled with these four items:
1. Vendor name
2. Address
3. Complete list of ingredients
4. Net weight
16.4. ORGANIC ITEMS: All products labeled or advertised as organic must comply with
USDA certification requirements. For farmers, a copy of your USDA Organic
Registration must be on file with EMC. For dealers, all organic products must have the
appropriate labels/stickers.
16.5. EGGS: Eggs must be sold in clean packages, free of debris, and must clearly list farm
name, address and sell by date (maximum of six weeks after laid). Any incorrect or
outdated information must be removed or covered.
16.6. PLU STICKERS: Must remain on all Dealer product sold.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1517. WORDS USED ON SIGNS AND LABELS
17.1. Definition and acceptable use at Eastern Market: Several words are used on vendor
signs to describe the freshness, quality and source of produce sold at Eastern Market.
Creative marketing and signage is encouraged but must reflect the fair and truthful use of
these words. In order to exceed our guest’s expectations and preserve the integrity of
Eastern Market, use of these words on signs must be in accordance with the following
definitions:
17.1.1. Farm Fresh, Fresh Picked, Home Grown, Hand Picked: These words describe
produce which is grown by and comes directly from the vendor’s farm. Signs with
these words can only be used if the vendor is the grower of the produce.
17.1.2. Locally Grown Michigan Grown: These words describe produce which is grown in
Michigan but does not come from the vendor. A vendor may use these words to
describe produce purchased from other Michigan or local growers and resold by the
vendor. Vendor signs must identify the name of the grower or the location from where
the produce came.
17.1.3. Naturally Grown: These words describe produce grown in accordance with the
requirements of the Certified Naturally Grown (CNG) program with or without
certification. Generally, this means produce free from genetically engineered seeds,
spray pesticides or synthetic fertilizer.
17.1.4. Organic: To be labeled organic, the food must be produced according to national
organic standards and certified by an inspection agency accredited by the USDA. For
organic growers, a copy of organic certification must be on file and products must be
clearly marked as organic.
17.1.5. Limited Shelf Life: Products with a limited shelf-life remaining, such as
ripe peaches, berries or red peppers, must display a sign reading: LIMITED SHELF
LIFE, USE IMMEDIATELY.
18. CLEANLINESS & TRASH HANDLING
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1618.1. Vendors shall maintain all parts of their stalls in a neat and clean fashion. Dump all
trash in the containers/dumpsters/compactors provided for trash removal, recycling
and composting.
18.2. For any trash bound cardboard, recycling is mandatory. All cardboard is
recycled through the compactor behind the Welcome Center.
18.3. Stalls must be swept clean at the end of the day. Fines may be imposed to cover the
cost of cleaning dirty stalls.
18.4. Dumping trash or unsold product on the ground may result in a $500
dumping fine. Vendors are not allowed to bring spoiled produce to the Market in
order to dispose of it here, thereby avoiding disposal costs at their own place of
business. This is illegal dumping and vendors found doing this will be billed for the full
cost of that week’s disposal, plus the $500 fine. EMC is not under any
circumstances equipped to dispose of spoiled produce brought from another
facility.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1719. STALL USE GUIDELINES
19.1. GENERAL CONDUCT: All vendors are expected to act respectfully towards their
neighbors, staff, fellow vendors, and customers. A high level of courteous customer
service is required.
19.2. STALL SALES AREA: All stalls are numbered. Vendors may occupy only those stalls
they lease or pay a day stall rental fee for. All vendor merchandise must be contained
within the vendor’s stall lines. Items for sale must not extend beyond the stall line;
neither shall any vendor merchandise, equipment, supplies or other items be placed in
customer aisles or driveways.
19.3. STALL MANAGER: Only the vendor approved on the application is allowed to operate
his/her stall. Sub-leasing a stall to anyone other than the vendor listed on the
application is strictly prohibited and cause for immediate termination. An individual
listed on the stall application as a stall manager must always be present at the stall as
the authorized representative of the vendor.
19.4. STAY FOR THE WHOLE DAY: A vibrant market depends on the presence of our
vendors. Be at the Market every market day and stay all day.
19.5. LEAVE A CLEAN STALL: Bring a broom with you so you can leave your stall clean at
the end of the day.
19.6. CORNER STALLS IN SHEDS 2 AND 3: Any vendor sharing corner stalls in sheds 2
& 3, along with their neighbors must practice a “good neighbor” policy. Vehicles may
not block vendor access to the corner.
19.7. VENDOR EMPLOYEES: The relationship between a vendor and their employees is
between the vendor and these employees. Vendor employees are not employees of
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 18EMP. The EMP will not arbitrate any disputes on wages or working agreements.
Vendor’s employees must comply with all Market rules.
19.8. SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted under or in any shed or building at the market.
The fine is $50 per occurrence.
19.9. ANIMALS: Animals are not allowed under the sheds or in any vendor stalls. As a
vendor, please do not bring any animal to the market. Service animals are allowed for
customers.
19.10. HEATERS: Propane and kerosene heaters are encouraged. All heaters must be in
good working order and free of foul odors. EMP recommends keeping a fire
extinguisher nearby. Open fires are prohibited without prior approval of the Market
Manager.
19.11. ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT: All electrical equipment including lights, extension
cords, fans and food prep equipment must be in good working order. Eastern Market
does not provide any of these items to vendors. Please make sure your extension cord
is the correct wire gauge to handle the electrical load of your equipment.
20. VEHICLES & PARKING
20.1. Vendor may sell from their vehicle if it fits completely in their stall. EMP reserves the
right to prohibit vehicles in any stalls.
20.2. We recommend that all vendors/employees place an identification sign on the
dashboard of their vehicle so that EMP can contact you if we need the vehicle moved.
This is a good way to avoid towing fees.
20.3. Corner stalls in sheds 2 & 3 are not drive-in stalls. Vehicles must be kept clear of the
parking space outside the corner stalls so all vendors can access their stall equally.
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 1920.4. All vendor and employee vehicles and trucks must be moved to Lots 7 & 8
for Saturday and Sunday market, and to Lot 3 behind Shed 3 for Tuesday
market. The biggest frustration of our guests is the lack of CLOSE and
CONVENIENT parking. Leave the nearby parking spaces for our guests!
20.5. Vehicles may not be left on Eastern Market property overnight.
20.6. Hi-Los must be in good working order, including lights for night use and be registered
on the vendor’s insurance. EMP may require hi-lo operators to complete a hi-lo
certification course.
20.7. Hi-Los and other motorized vehicles are not allowed in customer aisles or through the
pedestrian doors.
20.8. Damage/accidents: Please report all damage, accidents or other incidents to EMP
and complete an incident/accident report. EMP’s goal is to provide a safe and
comfortable selling environment. Any vendor or vendor help causing damage to
market property will be expected to pay for any repairs necessary to restore damage.
20.8.1. Report all accidents directly to the Market Office or call (313) 833-
9300.
21. FINES & PENALTIES
21.1. Behaviors subject to fines and penalties
21.1.1. Discrimination (violation of Federal, State or Municipal anti-discrimination
laws)
21.1.2. Food quality standards including moldy, past expiration date, diseased or
infested products
21.1.3. Smoking in the stalls, sheds, restrooms or buildings (Michigan State Law)
21.1.4. Dumping of trash or spoiled produce
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 2021.1.5. Misleading signage which affects product and market integrity: i.e.,
Michigan grown pineapple, “handpicked”
21.2. Violations will be issued according to the following schedule:
1st violation: written warning and possible fine
2nd violation: applicable fine and possible suspension of market privileges
3rd violation: applicable fine and permanent expulsion from the market
21.3. Schedule of Fines (per incident):
21.3.1.1. Discrimination: $500 + attorney fees
21.3.1.2. Food Quality Standards: $50
21.3.1.3. Smoking: $50
21.3.1.4. Trash Clean-up: $50
21.3.1.5. Trash Dumping: $500 minimum, and up to $10,000 for district dumping
21.3.1.6. Misleading Signage: $50
21.4. The severity of the violation may alter or escalate penalties. All fines and fees
must be paid before a vendor will be allowed to return to the Market.
22. Vendor Grievance Policy
22.1. Vendors with a complaint regarding any market matter must present the issue to the
Market Manager, who will make best faith effort to address the complaint. Any
grievance that cannot be resolved between a vendor and the Market Manager, or any
grievance about the Market Manger, may be submitted in writing.
22.2. EMP will attempt to reach a resolution of all such complaints within 15 days of receipt
and may require follow-up.
HOW TO HAVE A GREAT MARKET DAY
PLEASE DO:
Revised February 5, 2020 Page | 21• Follow the policies and procedures of the Market
• Comply with current City, County, State and Federal laws governing their business
• File an application/application renewal and stall rental agreement annually
• Follow the direction of all Market Management
• Conduct business with respect for the customer, the Market and each other
• Provide products for sale of a fresh and healthy quality
• Leave your stalls in broom clean condition
• Place all of your trash in the containers provided
• Sell only the items listed on your vendor application
• Possess a fire extinguisher if using an approved heater
• File service requests with Market Management for any problem or repair needed
• Price products for fairness and equal treatment of all customers
• Showcase products in an attractive manner using lights, signs, etc.
PLEASE DO NOT:
• Refuse to pay proper Market fees
• Sell rotten, moldy, bug-infested, dying or decaying products
• Throw trash anywhere other than in the trash containers
• Smoke in or underneath any stall, shed, building or bathroom
• Bring any animal under any shed or in any vendor stall
• Leave product with day-help to sell at the end of the day
• Participate in any illegal activities or possess alcoholic beverages or any controlled
substance
• Sell live animals without application and approval of the Market Manager
• Beg, loiter or solicit or allow any employee or day worker to beg, loiter or solicit
• Use obscene language or discourtesy toward customers, the EMP staff, or each other
• Leave any equipment or supplies in the sheds without approval
• Run any motorized vehicle in the customer aisles during market hours.
• Accept alternative currencies for any purpose other than as payment, by a customer, for
eligible produce
• Accept or trade alternative currencies for cash or any other value from any person
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